Job Description
We are seeking enthusiastic and experienced Sterilising Services (CSSD) Technicians to join our team at Epworth Geelong – Waurn Ponds, with opportunities available on a full‐time or part‐time basis, working permanent late shifts (14:24 – 22:30).
You will contribute to Infection prevention and control and overall patient safety by provision of quality reusable medical devices through sterilisation and disinfection processes. You will support the theatre team by collecting, cleaning, decontamination, inspection, testing, packaging, sterilisation, storage and distribution of reusable medical devices and equipment. You will be a proactive member of a self‐directed and cohesive CSSD team and report into CSSD management.
You will make an impact by:
* Contributing to efficient work flow through the department regularly and utilising available resources effectively
* Promoting and participating in all the required standards, quality activities, policies and procedures
To be successful in this role:
You are an effective communicator who understands the importance of good listening skills. You believe in patient‐centred care and this comes through in your professional and positive approach to your work. Your ability to plan, organise and prioritise your work sees you deliver on multiple requests at any given time.
You will have:
* Minimum Sterilisation Services Certificate III or equivalent.
* Proven experience in CSSD.
* Competence across all areas within CSSD, including scopes and surgical loans instrument reprocessing.
* Demonstrated knowledge in application of infection prevention and control practices as it relates to sterilising services.
* High level of understanding and ability to apply workplace OHS requirements in sterilising services.
Qualifications
* Sterilisation Services Certificate III or equivalent.
Benefits
Salary package up to $15,900 pre‐tax annually, leading to greater take‐home pay.
* The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia.
* Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave.
* Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth.
* Relocation assistance is available for approved candidates.
The annual salary range for Instrument Technicians – AUD $59,014 to $73,037 + super + entitlements dependent on year level (prorated for part‐time).
EEO & Legal Statements
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature‐age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier‐free recruitment experience for everyone.
It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.
As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).
At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in.
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